While all self-diagnosing tests have particular
limitations, they might be quite useful as the first evaluation mechanism,
helping to check yours, or your loved one, cognitive status without
complications and unnecessary expenses. Scientifically developed, interactive,
clinician-verified cognitive test that identifies changes potentially
associated with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia with about 96 percent of
outcomes’ accuracy now is available online to the general public.
Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in the
U.S. and the fifth leading cause of death for those ages 65 and older. However,
it is known that sixty percent (60%) of people with early signs of Alzheimer's
disease (AD) go undiagnosed. That means they miss the opportunity to delay the
onset of the disease with early treatment.
Early detection of Alzheimer's disease and dementia is
possible with the COGselftest. It is a simple, computer-based tool that helps you
to detect the very early signs of Alzheimer's disease. If early signs of AD are
detected, you can potentially delay the onset of the disease for several years
through preventative measures and consistent monitoring. Of people with signs
of mild cognitive impairment (that is, in only one cognitive domain) 7 percent
to 8 percent per year convert to Alzheimer's.
AD develops slowly, and with early detection and
treatment, it is possible to delay the onset of symptoms when treatment begins
early.
"Because we are beginning to see a shift in this
practice, we wanted to develop a modern test that is computer-based,
internet-accessible and can be taken by an individual themselves independently
with rudimentary computer skills,” said John H. Dougherty, Jr. M.D., Cole
Neuroscience Center at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville,
Medical Director.
Taking less than 10 minutes to complete, the
COGselftestTM makes it easy for people to understand and monitor their brain
health. While there is no cure today for Alzheimer’s, lifestyle changes can
delay the onset of serious cognitive decline.
A leading neurologist, Dougherty has specialized in
Alzheimer’s disease for 18 of his 25+ years in the field.
Dougherty’s research showed a series of disease patterns
for Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. These patterns allow individuals
and their doctors to identify cognitive changes that can lead to critical gains
in early treatment.
Unlike existing paper and pencil tests, the COGselftest
screens all six cognitive domains—from visual- spacial, executive function and
verbal fluency to memory, attention and orientation—pinpointing those that may
have early warning signs of cognitive impairment.
“If one can put off the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease
three to five years, it may change the basic epidemiology of the disease in a
very important way,” said Dougherty. He and his medical team currently follow
more than 3,000 patients.
Individuals receive a confidential, detailed report that
compares their score to an age-matched control group. People can use the
COGselftestTM to monitor their brain health and identify problems that can be
shared with their physician.
The screening also can be an important evaluation tool
for someone concerned about a family member or friend.
What will the COGselftest tell you?
The COGselftest identifies impairment in the six major areas, or cognitive domains, that are likely to be impaired by dementia:
* Orientation: The awareness of
time, place, situation and self.
* Visuo-spatial ability: The
ability to visualize, organize, manipulate and recreate objects.
* Verbal fluency: The ability
to quickly and accurately use language.
*Memory: The ability to recall
information and previous experiences as well as to learn and store new
information.
* Attention: The ability to
concentrate and focus on information without being easily distracted.
* Executive processing: The
ability to reason and make decisions and judgments.
By assessing your responses in each area, the COGselftest
can help you and your doctor to identify areas that may need attention and help
you monitor changes and improvements.
Cost
Cost for a one-time use is $24.95, three-time use is
$49.95. The cognitive test includes Doughtery’s e-book, “Better Brain Health,”
a 65-page guidebook that helps people understand and improve their brain
health.
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Website: http://www.CognitiveTest.com
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